The archaeological site of Ancient Corinth is centred on the ancient Temple of Apollo in the beautiful countryside at the foot of Acrocorinth. The ancient city reached its peak in the 8th century the when it founded colonies in the Western Mediterranean. In 1932, the American School of Classical Studies built the archaeological museum to the northwest of the temple. The museum itself is a building of some note as it was designed by Stuart Thompson who followed the Chicago School architectural style. It is built around two courtyards where you can see sculptures, reliefs and inscriptions in an authentic setting.
Inside the museum you can see the prehistoric collections, the finds from the Asklepion and other objects dating from geometric times to the Byzantine era. And don’t miss the Twin Kouros from ancient Tenea; as well as being important examples of ancient sculpture, these statues also have an adventurous history as they were discovered by antique smugglers and then recovered by the Greek police.
You can read detailed information about the exhibition spaces and exhibits on the museum's website: www.corinth-museum.gr
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